Over the past two months, Portland has experienced some unusually severe winter weather. Although the gray skies, rain and occasional snow have kept us inside rather than out hitting the pavement; here in the WOW office we have not let it dampen our walking spirit!  We've been thinking ahead to kinder weather and planning for the walking oportunities it brings.

Visitors to the WOW website will notice we've opened registration for our 14th Annual RW Retreat and for the WV30K Walk n' Relay.

The Clackamas WOW Walk Club has launched.  Now WOWzers can enjoy group walks at either REI-Portland, or REI-Clackamas.  For more information on the WOW Walk Clubs, visit us at www.wondersofwalking.com.

I want to know how you battle the bad weather blues!

Email judy@wondersofwalking.com.

Best — Judy

"To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream;

not only plan, but also believe." – Anatole France

EVENT SPOTLIGHT: The Willamette Valley 30K Walk n' Relay 2009

After a highly successful 2008 event, the Willamette Valley 30K is back.  Bring your friends or walk it alone.  Our GREEN event has three different distance options all along the gorgeous bike paths of Alton Baker Park.

Registration is now open, visit www.wondersofwalking.com for details!

HEALTH TIP: Body Image and Athletes

By Nancy Clark, MS, RD

What do dogs and athletes have in common? Lots! Both love to exercise and love to eat. Both are also created in differing sizes and shapes. What do dogs and athletes NOT
have in common? Dogs are content with their natural physiques, while too many

athletes try very hard to change the way they look. These athletes might be better off being like dogs. That is, a massive St. Bernard has no desire to look like a lanky Greyhound. Nor does the barrel-chested Labrador want to look like a sleek Setter.

Each dog is very content and proud to represent his breed.

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RECIPE: Cinnamon Roasted Pears

From Reba Akin ND

The brain is sensitive to a change in blood glucose level—too little produces fatigue, confusion, irritability and aggression, while too much may result in confusion, dizziness, and inability to concentrate. To avoid the highs and lows of mood and energy associated with fluctuating blood sugar levels, choose foods that are digested slowly.

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RECIPE: Mushroom, Tomato and Chicken over Rice

Recipe from:

In The Kitchen with Tamela! To purchase a copy, call Tamela Sanchez at 503-422-1318

Wow, what a wonderful meal this is, so good you might have to go back for more!

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